Softball Recap: Hastings Saxons vs. Harper Creek Beavers
Hastings was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They lost 20-0 to the Harper Creek Beavers. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Hastings of the 16-0 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture on Friday.
For Harper Creek's part, Aleena Stahlhood made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). Stahlhood has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances. Stahlhood was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with four RBI and a double.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Kaylee Kirkpatrick, who went 3-for-4 with five RBI, three runs, and a stolen base. Taegan Anderson was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 3-for-4.
Hastings' loss dropped their record down to 1-8. As for Harper Creek, they have been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 12-10 record this season.
Hastings didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next game, a 15-0 defeat vs. Bath on the 13th. Harper Creek has also already played their next match, a 20-3 win against Pennfield on the 11th.
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